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Country artist David Nail's chart topper "Whatever She's Got" from his March release 'I'm a Fire" has a distinctive acoustic country vibe. "Whatever She's Got" reminds listeners of Glen Campbell's (top right) "Rhinestone Cowboy." (associated press photographs)

Country Times: Country music’s traditional flavors still grabbing critics’ and fans’ attention

By Nancy Dunham

FILE - In this Nov. 9, 2011 file photo, David Nail arrives at the 45th Annual CMA Awards in Nashville. Going into the recording studio for his third album, country singer-songwriter David Nail was ready to move beyond his reputation for emotionally heavy, slow ballads that painted him professionally into a box. So when he heard the song that would eventually become the first single from “I’m A Fire,” he realized it was a turnaround for both his career and his attitude.(AP Photo/Evan Agostini)

David Nail shuns sad song reputation on new album

By KRISTIN M. HALL - Associated Press